Proposed Michigan Bill Would Ban the Purchase of Pop With Food Stamps

Currently, folks who use EBT cards (also known as Bridge Cards, also known as food stamps) can purchase a myriad of things with their card in Michigan - including pop (also known as soda to people not from here.) But, a new bill could change all of that.

The bill, introduced by Republican representatives Beau LaFave (who represents Delta, Dickinson and Menominee counties) and Ben Frederick (who represents Shiawassee County and several townships in Saginaw County) would put a stop to the purchasing of carbonated beverages with EBT cards.

House Bill 4278 aims to ban the purchases for both the Michigan food assistance program and cash assistance program.